diff --git a/cmd/evm/README.md b/cmd/evm/README.md
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@@ -585,7 +585,7 @@ type Txs []string
 
 #### `clique`
 
-The `clique` object provides the neccesary information to complete a clique
+The `clique` object provides the necessary information to complete a clique
 seal of the block.
 
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